By 1812Blockhouse
Why it matters:
Unused medications can be safely disposed of during a countywide take-back event coordinated by METRICH and local partners.
📅 The details
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Cost: Free
📍 Where to go
Five drop-off locations will be open across Richland County:
- 🏢 Richland County Solid Waste Authority — 1125 National Parkway, Mansfield
- 🚔 Richland County Sheriff’s Office — 597 Park Ave. East, Mansfield
- 🚓 Shelby Police Department — 31 Mack Ave., Shelby
- 🚓 Plymouth Police Department — 48 W. Broadway St., Plymouth
- 🚓 Lexington Police Department — 44 W. Main St., Lexington
✅ What they’ll take
- 💊 Pills
- 🧴 Liquids (sealed containers only)
Tip: Place items in a plastic or Ziploc-style bag before arriving.
🚫 What they won’t take
- ❌ Sharps
- ❌ Batteries
- ❌ Vape pens
- ❌ Inhalers
Note: This is for household medications only. No pharmacies, businesses, or reps.
🤝 Who’s involved
Local partners include:
- Mansfield Police
- Richland County Sheriff’s Office
- Shelby, Lexington, and Plymouth Police Departments
- Richland Public Health
- Richland County Solid Waste Authority
- Community Action for Capable Youth
- Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board
📞 Need more info?
Call Lt. Steve Blust at 419-755-9677
🔎 The bottom line
A simple, four-hour window to safely dispose of unused medications at multiple locations across the county.
